Louisiana Driver License

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Driving License in State of Louisiana

You need to follow some steps to acquire the driving license in State of Louisiana:

Applying for New Driving License in State of Louisiana: You need to clear tests like vision test, written test and driving test to acquire license from the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV). If your age is between 15 and 17 then you need to provide two identification proofs and one of your parents should accompany you to the office for signing the documents for Learner’s Permit. You need proof of completion of 36 hours Driver Education Course. You need to clear vision, written and traffic signs exams. You can drive with the learner’s permit only when licensed driver accompanies you.

You can apply for Intermediate License after holding learner’s permit for designated time period. You need to take a parent along with you to OMV office to sign documents for you. You need to provide two forms of identification and learner’s permit. You should have a vehicle with all the verified and valid documents.

You can apply for full license once you turn 17. But you can only apply, if you have held your learner’s permit and intermediate license for designated time period. For regular license you need to submit two identification proofs and fee of $24.50 along with the application. You must clear the vision, written and driving tests.

If you are new to state then you need to apply within 30 days for driving license in State of Louisiana. You need to provide one identification proof, Social Security card, previous state driving license and vehicle insurance proof.

Renewing Driving License in State of Louisiana: The validity period of your driving license depends on the class of your license. You will receive the notice from OMV 100 days before the expiration date of your license. If you are eligible for online or mail or interactive voice response (IVR) renewal, then you will receive an invitation saying so.

You can renew your driving license by visiting OMV. You need to take your current license, proof of vehicle insurance and fees payable. You can even complete an Application for License by downloading and mail it to OMV along with the appropriate fees. You can also complete renewal formalities online or over the phone with IVR.

Replacing a Lost Driving License in State of Louisiana: You need to provide two identification proofs along with the application for duplicate license. If you have reported to law enforcement officer about the stolen license, then the replacement if free. Else you need to pay the $16 fee.

If you misplace your license while you are out of state, then you can request through mail for the duplicate license. You need to print the application from the website and mail the filled form to OMV along with the appropriate fees.

Changing Name on Driving License in State of Louisiana: You need to visit OMV and complete the procedure for name change on the driving license. You should provide the legal proof of name change and apply for duplicate license with the change.

Changing Address on Driving License in State of Louisiana: You need to notify the OMV about your address change within 10 days. You need to visit OMV and provide your current license along with the vehicle insurance proof. No fees are charged for address change.